1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
